"Orlen Lietuva" Launches Solar Power Plant

Orlen Lietuva has inaugurated a new solar power plant on the grounds of its refinery in Mažeikiai, Lithuania, marking a significant step towards reducing environmental impact and operational costs. The facility is poised to generate approximately 45 GWh of electricity annually, which is expected to cover about 7% of the company's yearly electricity consumption.

Company officials highlighted the financial benefits, projecting annual savings of around 4 million euros. The total investment in the solar park project reached nearly 35 million euros. This figure includes a substantial contribution of 2.5 million euros from the European Union's Modernization Fund, underscoring the project's alignment with broader European green energy initiatives.

The solar power plant is strategically located within the factory's territory and is divided into four main sections. It covers a total area of 60 hectares and is equipped with approximately 68,000 bifacial solar modules, each capable of a maximum output of 620 W. This extensive installation signifies a major commitment to renewable energy within the industrial complex.

This initiative is part of Orlen's broader investment strategy in Lithuania. Since acquiring the Mažeikiai refinery in 2006, the company has invested close to 4.5 billion euros in its acquisition and modernization. Orlen Lietuva also manages key logistical assets, including the Būtingė terminal for raw material supply and the Mockava cargo terminal, ensuring the smooth export of oil products to Poland and Ukraine.

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We expect this park to generate 45 GWh of electricity annually and meet about 7% of our annual needs, saving about 4 million euros annually.